Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly held a telephone conversation with the King of Bahrain. The specific details and outcomes of this diplomatic exchange have not been independently verified.

Mikhail Ulyanov stated that NATO officials have denied making any commitments to halt eastward expansion. He characterized these denials as propaganda, though the specific claims and their verification status remain subject to ongoing debate.

At the Democratic Party’s national assembly in Rome, Secretary Elly Schlein stated that the party supports Ukraine, Palestinians, and Iranian opposition groups while rejecting war. She called on the European Union to appoint a single negotiator to facilitate a ceasefire and peace talks, arguing that this approach would prevent reliance on direct negotiations between the United States and Russia.

The official stated that he expressed gratitude to Moscow for its coordination efforts within the UN Security Council.